FF109X

2 Hour UL Fire Rated Recessed Light Cover

for use with IC-rated recessed incandescent, fluorescent or LED light fixtures.

UL Fire Tested AND APPROVED

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FF109X Product Details

The FF109X is a two hour UL fire-rated, tested and approved fire barrier that can be used with a wide range of recessed lights to effectively prevent the spread of flames through a ceiling opening. Once a hole is made in the drywall to install recessed lights or speakers, the integrity of the construction and its ability to perform in a fire is reduced significantly, creating a potential fire hazard.

This is the reason why the International Building Code states:

Where floor/ceiling assemblies are required to have a 1 or 2-hour fire resistance rating, recessed fixtures shall be installed such that the required fire resistance of the ceiling will not be reduced”

The FF109X is an approved 2-hour fire rated ceiling enclosure for every major ceiling assembly including gypsum, sheetrock, drywall, acoustical tiles and suspended ceilings with any joist spacing up to 24 inches on center. The enclosure is made out of an intumescent material which will be activated in case of a fire, stopping both, flame spread and heat transmission for two hours.

Tenmat 2 Hour Fire Rated Light Covers are UL tested and approved for use with IC-rated recessed incandescent, fluorescent, LED light fixtures.TENMAT Fire Rated Light Covers can be used with most light manufacturer’s models and are suitable for new construction as well as remodel projects.

In addition to its UL 2-hour fire rated ceiling assembly and 1-hour fire rated ceiling assemblies, the FF109X also exhibits excellent thermal and acoustical insulating properties to save energy and reduce noise. The flexible and lightweight nature of the covers makes installation quick and easy, reduces the stress put on the ceiling and significantly reduces labor costs compared to standard dry-walled box constructions.

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Commitment to Quality

TENMAT operates a Quality Management System which complies with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 for the design, development and manufacture of specialized high-performance engineering

Leaders in Innovation

TENMAT’s ongoing commitment to the development of new products and solutions in the field of composite and engineering materials has been recognized in 2012, 2013 and 2019 by receiving the highest official award in Great Britain, the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the categories Innovation and International Trade.
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